113 episodes

PodKats! is a weekly hang with the biggest names in entertainment, hosted by man-about-town columnist John "Kats" Katsilometes of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. You can find his column on page 3A every day and online all the time at http://reviewjournal.com/Kats.

Thanks to longtime Vegas headliner Frankie Moreno for the PodKats! theme, 'Biggest Cat in Town,' from the album Broke Down in Paradise.

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    • 4.8 • 93 Ratings

PodKats! is a weekly hang with the biggest names in entertainment, hosted by man-about-town columnist John "Kats" Katsilometes of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. You can find his column on page 3A every day and online all the time at http://reviewjournal.com/Kats.

Thanks to longtime Vegas headliner Frankie Moreno for the PodKats! theme, 'Biggest Cat in Town,' from the album Broke Down in Paradise.

    PodKats! Ep. 109, Ken Henderson

    PodKats! Ep. 109, Ken Henderson

    Our guest this week is Ken Henderson, who has opened Notoriety on the top floor of Neonopolis. The multi-theater annex takes over the old Galaxy Theaters and Krave Nightclub space. Notoriety has hosted comedy, magic, and live music throughout COVID. Henderson told us of his vision for the venue, what’s coming next, and also his history as a Vegas native, including his time portraying Caesar at Caesars Palace.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    PodKats! Ep. 108, Tape Face

    PodKats! Ep. 108, Tape Face

    Our guest this week is Sam Wills, better known as the comic mime Tape Face. The “America’s Got Talent” alum has been headlining at Harrah’s Showroom throughout COVID. He has added some speaking, some new props, and fake fans to his new socially distant show.

    • 41 min
    PodKats! Ep. 107, Anne Martinez

    PodKats! Ep. 107, Anne Martinez

    Our guest this week is Anne Martinez, who arrived in town in 2012 to sing in the adult revue “Bite” at the Stratosphere. She has since appeared in several top-notch productions on and off the Strip, including “Baz” at the Palazzo and “Fantasy” at Luxor. She is currently the main singer at “Sexxy After Dark,” at Larry Flynt’s Hustler Club. The show is an offshoot of Jennifer Romas’ topless revue at Westgate Cabaret. Martinez has been busy throughout COVID, singing and performing at multiple venues, showing off her ample talent, versatility, and work ethic.

    • 1 hr 11 min
    PodKats! |Ep. 106, Chris Wink

    PodKats! |Ep. 106, Chris Wink

    Our guest this week is the amazing Chris Wink. The inventive artist helped establish the Blue Man Group, which has headlined in Las Vegas since 2000. He split with the Blue Men in 2017, to take a creative position at Area15. He also developed Wink World: Portals To The Infinite.” The 15,000-square-foot, multisensory art experience is a celebration of Wink’s neon dreams

    • 51 min
    PodKats! |Ep. 105, Lance Burton

    PodKats! |Ep. 105, Lance Burton

    Our guest this week is a legend in the world of entertainment. He’s a 40-year performer and headliner in Las Vegas headed up his own show at Monte Carlo for 14 years ending in 2010. He’s since moved back to his original family farm in Kentucky, no longer a Las Vegas resident. But he made his mark in the magic world on the Strip. He is Master Magician Lance Burton.

    • 51 min
    PodKats! |Ep. 104, Harry Basil

    PodKats! |Ep. 104, Harry Basil

    Our guest this week is a longtime standup comic and also the manager of Laugh Factory at the Tropicana, Harry Basil. Harry has a history of headlining in Las Vegas dating to 1984 when he shared the bill with such rising stars as Louie Anderson, Andrew Dice Clay, and Jim Carrey. These days he is booking veteran comedians, including Dice Clay. He tells us of the challenges he has running the room during COVID, and also some memories of Rodney Dangerfield AND Jerry Lewis.

    • 41 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
93 Ratings

93 Ratings

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educational and inspiring!

So fascinating hearing from the producers and talent! I learn so much about the entertainment industry in Vegas! So grateful for this podcast!

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2nd best Podcast from Vegas

After Penns Sunday School this is my Goto Vegas podcast

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A Real Jewel

Thanks John. Your interview with Jewel is your best to date. She is a fascinating woman with an almost magical influence on life. He song “Who Will Save Your Soul” has all the more meaning today. She is indeed a real Jewel. Thanks again John.

John Schmidt, Las Vegas

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